Long term, what did the Battle of Trenton accomplish?

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How exactly was this battle a turning point in the American Revolution?

Answer 1

Frist of all, it wasnt a turning point. Do not kid yourself, this battle was not the greatest event in the beginning of the revolutionary forces' long road to defeating British controlled forces. However, there were several things that were accomplished. The primary issue that can be considered a long term effect was the defeat of the Hessians. Since Britain used mercenaries to great effect, the rebel soldiers illustrated that they could defeat well trained and battle-tested German troops. IF the rebels could defeat elite Hessian mercs in the winter ( and taken by surprise ), then they could just as easily prove to be dangerous to the British troops. The British had to spend more money on infantry forces, spend more on mercenary preparedness, and maintain an advanced intelligence service so that the British would never be captured and taken in such numbers as the Hessians.

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Long term, what did the Battle of Trenton accomplish?
How exactly was this battle a turning point in the American Revolution?

Answer 3

See:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_trenton
especiall the section called "Aftermath."